Description

Hexylmalonic acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it a key intermediate for the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials, offering precise control over molecular architecture. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific alkyl chain functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a specific hexyl-substituted malonate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its dicarboxylic acid functionality allows for the creation of complex ester and amide derivatives.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other polymers to modify flexibility and thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Knoevenagel condensations and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions to construct complex organic molecules in research and industrial settings.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing ester-based compounds that improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuels.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as an intermediate for producing specific ester compounds that contribute to desired aroma and flavor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexylmalonic Acid
CAS No.	3974-36-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16O4
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexyl-1,3-propanedicarboxylic Acid; 2-Hexylmalonic Acid; Octane-1,1-dicarboxylic Acid; 1,1-Dicarboxyhexane; Hexylpropanedioic Acid; α-Hexylmalonic Acid; n-Hexylmalonic Acid
EINECS	223-616-5

Quality Control

Our Hexylmalonic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.